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Lightbridge Academy of Warren

Lightbridge staff is very caring, and they have a very enriching curriculum for kid's daily activities. They offer a very nurturing...

- Care member

Joan's Child Care Services

We visited a number of family style child cares and found Joan's Child Care is way the best. The environment is clean, neat, safe, warm,...

- Na

START-RITE NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN

We loved it while our kids were there. The school is well kept and maintained and is always up to code. they use creative curriculum for the...

- Danielle B.

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The Sunflower Patch

2307 Maple Avenue South Plainfield, NJ

Welcome to The Sunflower Patch Home Daycare! I am currently enrolling children, ages 6 weeks through 5 years (Pre-K). My goal is to provide a safe and happy place for your child to grow and develop while in my care. I focus on their emotional, social, physical, and cognitive development. I believe that parents and a caregiver...
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Lightbridge Academy of Warren

181 MOUNT BETHEL RD WARREN, NJ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 2 more
Lightbridge Academy is the Solution for Working Families®, providing a safe, nurturing, educational environment for Infant, Toddler, and Preschool children. We welcome everyone in our community to be a part of our unique Circle of Care, where we transform the lives of children and their families by offering excellence in the...

Care Member says "Lightbridge staff is very caring, and they have a very enriching curriculum for kid's daily activities. They offer a very nurturing environment for the...

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Joan's Child Care Services

634 Raymond St. Westfield, NJ

4.4(7)
Our home has a brand new playroom with a beautiful view of the garden. Large windows help us be a part of the outside even on cold winter days. The new playroom is for younger children birth through 3 years old. We also have another playroom for older children ages 4 to 10. We have a reference library and appropriate books...

Na says "We visited a number of family style child cares and found Joan's Child Care is way the best. The environment is clean, neat, safe, warm, bright and spacious....

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START-RITE NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN

9 STELTON RD PISCATAWAY, NJ

4.7(3)

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
International
Reggio emilia
Preschool
+ 2 more
- - -A home away from home -Most classes are no bigger than 8 children -Research Based State Approved Curriculum -Music Together (Internationally Renowned Music Program) is included in the Tuition -Certified Teachers -School is Professionally Cleaned Daily -We also offer language, and zumba classes -Lots of...

Danielle B. says "We loved it while our kids were there. The school is well kept and maintained and is always up to code. they use creative curriculum for the kids. The...

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Saplings Academy

37 Jones Avenue New Brunswick, NJ

5.0(2)
Academic
International
Preschool
Kindergarten
Saplings Academy is a private in-home preschool that strives to meet the needs of students who are ready for a more rigorous academic setting. We seek to work with students who are ready to move forward in their education, but are held back by the school cut off dates which prevents the students from moving forward. We offer...

Althea H. says "Emily has tutored my daughter for 2 years (1st and 2nd grade). We hired Emily because our child was struggling with reading, and she has since been on the...

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LITTLE EARTH SHEPHERDS PRESCHOOL

367 CRANBURY RD E BRUNSWICK, NJ

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$624/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Little Earth Shepherds Preschool/Daycare offers small class sizes to ensure your child is receiving a more individualized approach to their start in education. We prioritize fine and gross motor development and enstill the importance of social-emotional learning throughout each classroom!

Stephanie D. says "They are really nurturing. The staff is great. Our child has grown so much there."

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Kiddy Campus Learning Center

1709 US-130 NORTH BRUNSWICK TOWNSHIP, NJ

5.0(1)
starting at
$1400/mo
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Special needs
+ 4 more
Your child deserves the best education they can receive at such a young age. Trusting us with your child’s growth will be your greatest ally as your child prepares to enter the world. No matter what comes, we guarantee to put our best self forth for your child and everything that they can achieve. There’s no place like home and...

JoAnna U. says "They are very, very loving and caring. My daughter has been going there for about 2 years now and she loves it there. They are really wonderful!"

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Home Away From Home

51 Prospect Ave Edison, NJ

5.0(9)
I offer a Home Away From Home for your child. I am a mom of four myself (ages 15 - 21) and all children I care for become part of our family, even long after I stop caring for them on a regular basis. I have over 30 years experience caring for children other then my own, the last 6 years of which have been full-time. I have...

Caroline W. says "Eileen watched two of our children in our home a couple years ago. The youngest was 2 and the oldest was 5. She'd watch the 2 year old all day and get...

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KINGDOM KIDZ ACADEMY OF PISCATAWAY, LLC

600 ROOSEVELT AVE PISCATAWAY, NJ

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1200/mo
Preschool
Child care
Kingdom Kidz Academy of Piscataway LLC is a Christian-based childcare center that offers on atmosphere to inspire children while developing cognitive skills, knowledge, and the motivation to increase positive interpersonal relationships. We are a dedicated team of compassionate educators who believe in creating a nurturing...

Care Member says "Four of my boys attended kingdoms kids they all loved it. Very clean class rooms. Loving staff. Amazing summer programs."

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Kids 'R' Kids North Brunswick

55 FIDELITY PLZ N BRUNSWICK, NJ

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$1591/mo
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
+ 1 more

Glennie F. says "Kids 'R' Kids North BrunswickI can't say anything but positive things about this daycare… for me it is the best and most complete in the area. I say this...

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Little Honors

510 HAMILTON ST SOMERSET, NJ

State license verified

starting at
$1240/mo
Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
+ 2 more
We provide quality early childhood program situated in a brand new facility built in 2020. We serve children ages 0-13 years old, infant toddler, preschool, before and after school program. We provide nutritious free meals, breakfast, lunch and snack, participating in CACFP program. We provide Developmental Screening,...
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Primrose School of North Edison

23 Nevsky Street Edison, NJ

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
Primrose is an accredited private preschool that provides a premier educational childcare experience. As the leader in Educational Child Care, we partner with parents to help children build the right foundation for future learning and life. Our goal is to help children have fun while building Active Minds, Healthy Bodies and...
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Bamboo Shoots Immersion School

836 Mountain Ave Westfield, NJ

Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
International
+ 5 more
Bamboo Shoots Giving our children the advantage of a second language. We provide a progressive, multicultural education that is ideal for preparing our children, tomorrow's leaders, for an international future. We offer a Bilingual environment in Mandarin Chinese, Spanish and English which provides an accelerated,...
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Start-Rite Nursery School

9 Stelton Rd Piscataway, NJ

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
A state-of-the-art early childhood development center, day care/nursery school caring for children 6 weeks to 6 years of age in a nurturing, loving environment. Home away from home! Start-Rite Nursery School and Kindergarten has been serving families in the Middlesex County area since 1952. We offer the best quality education...
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VIDA ACADEMY

189 FAYETTE ST PERTH AMBOY, NJ

State license verified

Academic
Faith based
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Thank you for choosing our preschool as the perfect place for your child, where safety, growth, and development are our main focus. Our dedicated and experienced staff provide a nurturing atmosphere for children to learn, play, and explore. We offer a wide range of age-appropriate activities that encourage curiosity and unleash...
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Guidepost Montessori at Somerset

121 PIERCE ST SOMERSET, NJ

State license verified

Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
Day Care
Child care
At Guidepost Montessori, we design childcare and education programs to empower independence. From learning to coordinate hands and body as an infant, to toilet independence as a toddler, to building a solid foundation in literacy and math as a preschooler—we provide individualized support, intentional hands-on learning...
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A+ At Childcare

800 Magnolia Rd North Brunswick, NJ

I am a mom of 23 years and now also a Mimi. I also was a previous School Bus Driver for developmentally delayed children. I also have previous experience caring for all ages of children. We have only a small enrollment to personalize each child's experience and also have a no sick policy. I provide experienced Childcare in my...
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A Touch Of Heaven Child Care Llc

1206 E SAINT GEORGES AVE LINDEN, NJ

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Day Care
+ 1 more
We are a Faith based Christian childcare center established in 2009 as a home base business, and in 2022, we were blessed to expand into a childcare facility in the city of Linden, NJ. We are a friendly, safe environment with an experienced, educated childcare team that operates in the spirit of excellence and integrity. We...
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HudsonWay Immersion School

49 Bebout Avenue Stirling, NJ

Academic
Preschool
As a leading Mandarin and Spanish immersion school located in NJ and NYC, HudsonWay Immersion School (HWIS) is recognized as one of the best trilingual schools in the region. The prestigious educational institution serves children aged 2 through Grade 8. We offer day school immersion in Mandarin and Spanish as well as offer...
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Savannah's Playhouse

550 HOES LN PISCATAWAY, NJ

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Savannah’s Playhouse was built with the idea of creating a safe place filled with adventure and learning. We have founded a center surrounded by loving and caring people – a place home away from home. A place where each child’s individual needs are important and met. A dwelling in which you can play an active role in your...
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FAQs for finding after school programs near you in South Plainfield, NJ

After-school programs near you in South Plainfield, NJ vary in length depending on the program, both in how many hours your child will meet each time and how many weeks the program lasts. Some after-school programs may last for a few hours after school completes each day for the entire school year, while others might offer after-school activities for an hour onece a week. Ultimately, the duration of these after-school programs is going to depend on the activity, seasonality, and other factors.

After school programs near you in South Plainfield, NJ provide students with an opportunity to explore interests outside of classroom learning, build mentoring relationships, and develop a sense of community. These programs foster important social and emotional skills such as collaboration, responsibility, communication and problem-solving. They also help build self-confidence and enable informal educational experiences in a safe environment after the school day is over. After school programs are beneficial to both students’ academic and personal growth.

Depending on the program, activities in South Plainfield, NJ may include tutoring, computer classes, academic clubs and recreational sports teams. Some after-school programs also offer fun arts and crafts classes, music lessons and field trips. The primary purpose of after-school programs is to provide an environment where children can safely learn and grow while having a great time, and there are many avenues available to achieving this.

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